A WEEK of traffic disruption lies ahead later this month as work gets under way to renew a section of water main on one of the major approaches into the city centre.

Dee Valley Water will begin work on Hoole Road on Sunday, May 23 for one week to renew a section of water main near Mannings Lane South.

These essential works are part of an overall water mains renewal programme agreed with OFWAT to reduce the amount of lost water from ageing pipes.

For the duration of the works there will be temporary traffic lights on Hoole Road near Mannings Lane South.

In order to ensure the works are completed as soon as possible, Dee Valley Water engineers will work extended hours from 7am-7pm every day until the work is completed.

As part of these works Dee Valley Water will move an isolation valve and a fire hydrant from their current position in the road into the footway so that if access is required again, this can be achieved without disruption.

Cheshire West and Chester Council‘s Director of Environment Steve Kent said: “Dee Valley Water has co-ordinated their scheme with other works and events in the city and are agreeing to work extended hours to complete the work quickly.”

While some traffic disruption is inevitable, Dee Valley Water has liaised closely with engineers from Cheshire West and Chester Council to minimise the duration of the works and to co-ordinate with other highway schemes in the Chester area.

A spokesperson for Dee Valley Water said: “We are carrying out a programme of vital works in the Chester area to reduce the amount of water lost through leaking pipes. Those pipes in the poorest condition have been targeted first.”Š

He added: “MovingŠour apparatus out of the carriageway and into the footway will mean that future works at this location can be conducted without further disruption to residents, businesses and commuters.”

Dee Valley Water apologises for the inconvenience these works will cause, but would ask for patience and co-operation during this time.

If you require any further information, telephone Dee Valley Water on 01978 833272.